Climate Insights for Wau
Western Bahr el Ghazal State, South Sudan
Climate Overview
The climate in Wau is hot. The average annual temperature is 29°C and approximately 756 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 180 mm of rainfall. Wau sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Wau is hot. The average annual temperature is 84°F and approximately 29.8 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 7.1 in of rainfall. Wau sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Wau sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 22°C to 39°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 39°C and an average of 33°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 26°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Wau sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 72°F to 103°F. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 103°F and an average of 91°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 72°F and an average of 78°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Wau is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 756 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 63 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 180 mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0 mm. That's 180 mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Wau is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 29.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.5 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 7.1 in of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0 in. That's 7.1 in less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Wau is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 10km/h in winter, 9km/h in spring, 7km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.Wau is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 6mph in winter, 6mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Wau based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Wau based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.